University of New South Wales

Welcome to UNSW Australia (The University of New South Wales), one of Australia's leading research and teaching universities. At UNSW, we take pride in the broad range and high quality of our teaching programs. Our teaching gains strength and currency from our research activities, strong industry links and our international nature; UNSW has a strong regional and global engagement.

About

History

The University was incorporated by Act of the Parliament of New South Wales in Sydney in 1949, but its character and idea can be traced back to the formation of the Sydney Mechanics Institute in 1843, leading to the formation of the Sydney Technical College in 1878. The Institute sought ‘the diffusion of scientific and special knowledge’, the College sought to apply and teach it.

Education

UNSW offers an extensive range of undergraduate, postgraduate and research programs. We attract talented students from across Australia and around the world.

Our 50,000-plus students come from 128 countries, making us one of Australia’s most cosmopolitan universities. Our emphasis on quality continues to push up entry standards with record demand from the State’s top school leavers.

Research

UNSW is one of Australia's leading research and teaching universities and has a strong international reputation. Postgraduate research candidates undertake research through supervision with some of Australia's leading researchers to produce a thesis or other piece of written or creative work. You can choose from a Master of Philosophy, Masters by Research or PhD.

Career

UNSW Careers and Employment is committed to linking you with potential employers and helping you develop the skills you need for your career beyond the classroom.

University Ranking

QS World University Rankings is one of the top international rankings measuring the popularity and performance of universities all over the world. They measure university reputation based on the impressions of higher education experts, companies who hire graduates, and teaching quality. QS also considers the ratio of international teachers and students present at universities, as well as the times research papers were mentioned by researchers. After calculating and comparing these criteria, QS ranks the universities accordingly.

World University Rankings is a vital resource that provides the definitive list of the world's best universities. They look at how often they're producing new ideas, what their reputation is around the world, and how much they're contributing to science and academic fields. After calculating and comparing these criteria, THE ranks the universities accordingly.

ARWU World University rankings is the first world university ranking. It ranks the world's top 1000 colleges and universities based on objective indicator. They look at the number of award-winning (Fields Medals and Nobel Prize) scientists who are located there, how much of their research is cited and referenced around the world, and how much they've contributed to different academic fields. After calculating and comparing these criteria, ARWU ranks the universities accordingly.

Best Global Universities Rankings by U.S. News & World Report presents all the top universities from the U.S. and 60 other countries around the world. They measure the rate of students going to their second year of studies, as well as the rate of students who graduate. It also asks university representatives on the performance of universities, and evaluates university resources, teacher salaries, graduation rates, student academic achievements and satisfaction. After calculating and comparing these criteria, U.S. News ranks the top international universities accordingly.

Services

Student services

Student Development International (SDI) is the first point of contact for international students. Ou rInternational Student Advisors are always here to help you with personalised advise and information about all aspects of your university life, your student visa, your well-being and academic performance or if you need help but don’t know where to go. We can help you make the most of your time at UNSW Australia.

Housing services

Living on campus at UNSW Australia provides more than just a place to live. It provides a home - as supportive, safe and secure as a true home should be. More than this, it provides a community lifestyle that encourages the new friendships and experiences that are essential to a fulfilling University life. Being on campus at UNSW is about being a part of a community.

The UNSW Apartments are located either on-campus or off campus and are designed for independent living for undergraduates and postgraduates, including couples and families with children.

Library services

Main Library and Law Library, Kensington and UNSW Paddington Library.

Library space and facilities

Printing, copying & scanning

Room bookings

Computers in the library

Information Kiosks

ICT services

Access to the UniWide wireless network is available to all current UNSW students. Please note that UniWide access is not available to the general public.

Medical services

We are here to provide a quality health service to the Students, Staff & visitors of UNSW. Students are our priority and our Doctors, Nurses and Administration staff are non-judgemental and have a special interest in youth health. General Practitioners (Doctors) and Specialists operate their own practice within the facility, which is managed by UNSW.

Student Life

Campus life

UNSW, located in the eastern suburbs, is just minutes away from the city and is easily accessible from Central Station and other major transportation hubs located throughout Sydney.

Kensington Campus

Paddington Campus

UNSW CBD Campus

Randwick Campus

Cliffbrook Campus

David Phillips Field

Manly Vale Campus

UNSW Canberra

Sports facilities

Have fun and get fit! With heaps of space to throw, skip and jump your way into fun times, fitness and friendships. Whether you’re keen to get active, want to represent UNSW against other unis, or just have fun and meet new people, we’re sure to have something that’ll float your boat!

Get your game on at one of our 3 sites. Whatever your sport – AFL, cricket, football, futsal, hockey, tennis, cricket, touch, baseball, ultimate Frisbee, rugby league, rugby union and so many more - we'll get you in the game. Manchester United, the Waratahs and the Rabbitohs have used them, so they can’t be too shabby!

Student clubs

Joining a UNSW student club or society and getting involved, is the best way of meeting people who share your interests and making friends in the campus community.

The Global Study Awards

Together with the ISIC Association and British Council IELTS, Studyportals offers you the chance to receive up to £10000 to expand your horizon and study abroad. We want to ultimately encourage you to study abroad in order to experience and explore new countries, cultures and languages.